Wirksworth CofE Infant School
URN: 112864 • Matlock DE4 4FG
Overview
- Name
- Wirksworth CofE Infant School
- URN
- 112864
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanne Poyser (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01629822453
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Greenway Croft, Matlock DE4 4FG
Summary
Wirksworth Church of England Infant School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Matlock, Derbyshire. With a current enrollment of 58 pupils and a capacity of 90, the school fosters a mixed-gender learning environment. The school is committed to inspiring learning for all, guided by its vision to nurture unique individuals who demonstrate kindness, responsibility, and wisdom within their communities.
The curriculum at Wirksworth CofE Infant School is designed to provide a balanced educational experience, preparing children for life in modern Britain. Emphasizing Christian values and community engagement, the school utilizes local outdoor spaces and community resources to enhance learning opportunities. The school also promotes British values such as democracy and mutual respect through its teaching and behaviour policies.
Strong partnerships between parents, governors, and the local community are encouraged to create a supportive environment for all students. The school values character education, integrating social, moral, spiritual, and cultural learning across all subjects to help children develop essential life skills and a positive attitude towards learning.
The curriculum at Wirksworth CofE Infant School is designed to provide a balanced educational experience, preparing children for life in modern Britain. Emphasizing Christian values and community engagement, the school utilizes local outdoor spaces and community resources to enhance learning opportunities. The school also promotes British values such as democracy and mutual respect through its teaching and behaviour policies.
Strong partnerships between parents, governors, and the local community are encouraged to create a supportive environment for all students. The school values character education, integrating social, moral, spiritual, and cultural learning across all subjects to help children develop essential life skills and a positive attitude towards learning.
Useful links
- School Jotter 3 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Lea Primary School (72.9)
- Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School (69.1)
- Crich Junior School (64.8)
- All Saints CofE Junior School (64.5)
- Matlock All Saints Infants' School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 5 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 58
- Boys
- 29
- Girls
- 29
- FSM %
- 27.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 58 | 29 | 29 | 90 | 27.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 63 | 26 | 37 | 90 | 27.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 47 | 19 | 28 | 90 | 10.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 47 | 19 | 28 | 90 | 10.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 25 | 29 | 90 | 14.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 60 | 26 | 34 | 90 | 8.30 |
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